# Empanadas in Illinois > Empanadas that are handmade and distinct rather than pulled from a generic supplier. Source: https://www.atly.com/united-states/illinois/best-empanadas-pastry ## Places (26) ### 1. Sumercé Colombian Coffee Roasters Espresso bar offers a cozy, spacious atmosphere with a bright, clean interior that feels like a piece of Colombia. The vibe is relaxing and warm, reflecting its Colombian family ownership and care. It stands out for authentic Colombian pastries and high-quality coffee not found elsewhere. - Address: 1701 N Larkin Ave, Crest Hill, IL 60403, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Sumercé-Colombian-Coffee-Roasters ### 2. Fryland Venezuelan Food Pickup and delivery spot with a cute, welcoming color scheme and authentic Venezuelan flavors. Offers large portions of highly praised empanadas and other traditional dishes. Accepts only cash or Zelle, creating a straightforward, no-frills experience. - Address: 212s Dundee Ave, East Dundee, IL 60118, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/FrylandVenezuelanFood ### 3. Cafezinho at Main Street Cafe Small cafe with an open kitchen and a pretty outdoor patio creates a cozy, warm atmosphere. Space feels inviting and comfortable, suited for peaceful gatherings. Brazilian and Latin flavors add a unique touch to the experience. - Address: 202 E Main St, Round Lake Park, IL 60073, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/CafezinhoAtMainStreetCafe ### 4. MOTW Coffee and Pastries Spacious coffee shop with modern cozy decor and a welcoming community vibe. Features include plenty of seating, a quiet prayer space, and a collection of board games. Atmosphere feels safe and inviting, with occasional ethnic music and tasteful wall art. - Address: 4931 Rte 59 Suite 105, Naperville, IL 60564, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/MOTWCoffeeAndPastries6 ### 5. Bocaditos Café Patio space offers cozy atmosphere with pretty decor and adorable seating. Energy feels relaxed and inviting, though loud conversations can disrupt quiet moments. Empanadas stand out as a distinctive culinary highlight. - Address: 11 N Batavia Ave Suite 115, Batavia, IL 60510, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Bocaditos-Café ### 6. Tulip's Tea on Tuesday Tiny cafe with cute maximalist decor and cozy seating creates a warm, inviting atmosphere filled with plushies and handmade crafts. The space feels like an energy oasis, offering a friendly vibe despite limited seating and occasional crowding. Unique touches like crocheted mini flowers with drinks add charm to the experience. - Address: 828 W Grace St Retail 1 East, Chicago, IL 60613, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Tulip's-Tea-on-Tuesday ### 7. Q'bo Latin Cafe Inc. Cozy cafe filled with vibrant decor and Latin music playing softly in the background. Friendly atmosphere feels like being in a home kitchen, with comfortable seating and plenty of space. The environment welcomes people looking for a relaxed spot with authentic Latin flavor. - Address: 3953 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60613, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Q'bo-Latin-Cafe-Inc ### 8. Espresso Cafe Bright, open space with large windows and natural colors creates a cozy, clean environment. Soft jazz music plays, adding to a relaxing and cheerful atmosphere. Plenty of seating and outlets support quiet work or casual chats, with outdoor seating along a quiet street enhancing the experience. - Address: 7501 Roosevelt Rd, Forest Park, IL 60130, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/EspressoCafe1 ### 9. MeLatte Coffee Shop Local art fills walls with eclectic decor and living room-style furniture creates a cozy, inviting space. Soft flamenco music plays quietly, enhancing the calm, friendly atmosphere. Community games and outdoor seating add to the warm, welcoming vibe. - Address: 3304 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, IL 60647, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/MeLatteCoffeeShop ### 10. Engine Coffee Exposed brick walls, soft lighting, and wooden accents create a quietly modern and spacious environment. Music ranges from experimental pop to easy-listening funk, adding to the chill atmosphere. Plenty of seating includes cozy window corners and nooks suited for working. - Address: 1109 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/EngineCoffee ### 11. Magnífico Coffee Roasters & Coffee Shop Bright, clean space with unique artwork and an on-site coffee roaster creates a welcoming environment. Outdoor seating and dog-friendly policies add to relaxed, friendly vibes. Live jazz music and carefully crafted pastries enhance the calm, inviting atmosphere. - Address: 3065 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60618, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Magnífico-Coffee-Roasters-Coffee-Shop ### 12. Café Calidá Spacious coffee shop filled with natural light and Guatemalan touches creates a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Comfortable seating areas support reading, working, and socializing in a calm environment. Background music and a friendly vibe make it a community-focused space. - Address: 3455 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60647, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Café-Calidá ### 13. Mi Tierrita Colombia Small bakery with Colombian decor and no seating, focused on takeout. Atmosphere feels cozy and welcoming, evoking a strong sense of Colombia. Known for authentic empanadas and pastries with distinctive flavors not common in the area. - Address: 1942 E Touhy Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/MiTierritaColombia ### 14. Casa Cactus Space filled with plants and cactus-themed decor creates a cozy desert dream atmosphere. Warm lighting and Southwestern touches give a relaxing, chill vibe. Plenty of seating with outlets supports working or hanging out comfortably. - Address: 4595 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60630, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/CasaCactus ### 15. ReFeel Cafe Small coffee shop with cozy ambiance and cute decor featuring anime, flowers, and artwork. Offers customizable drinks and in-house pastries alongside board games, manga, and a free photo booth for a relaxed, fun atmosphere. Seating encourages lingering to enjoy drinks, food, and leisure activities. - Address: 1504 West Algonquin Road Palatine Palatine Township, Palatine, IL 60067, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/ReFeelCafe ### 16. Golden Tuzo Mexican restaurant with a laid back, homey atmosphere and cute, personality-filled space. Empanadas stand out with buttery, flaky crusts and varied, flavorful fillings including savory and sweet options. Freshly fried pastries draw a steady flow of patrons appreciating the dense, flavorful fillings. - Address: 5648 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL 60639, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/GoldenTuzo ### 17. Vietfive Coffee - Chicago Cozy coffee shop blends modern chic and traditional charm with rustic wooden tables and delicate ceramic cups. Atmosphere stays quiet and inviting, supporting work or relaxed conversations with plenty of power outlets and free Wi-Fi. Friendly, family-oriented vibe includes pet-friendly policies and unique wall graphics sharing coffee origins. - Address: 1116 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Vietfive-Coffee---Chicago ### 18. Umaga Bakehouse Spacious bakery with modern design and warm, inviting atmosphere filled with the aroma of fresh pastries. Clean, well-lit interior showcases neatly arranged Filipino baked goods in an uncluttered setting. Few seating areas offer a cozy spot to enjoy a variety of unique treats. - Address: 4703 W Foster Ave, Chicago, IL 60630, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/UmagaBakehouse ### 19. Maiz & Barro Mexican Grill - Cantina Mexican grill with colorful décor and a warm, inviting atmosphere offers a full-service bar and a beautiful outdoor patio. Music plays loudly, creating a lively vibe, while seating includes comfortable booths and tables. Authentic flavors and standout margaritas complement the engaging setting. - Address: 6050 W 159th St, Oak Forest, IL 60452, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Maiz-Barro-Mexican-Grill---Cantina ### 20. Sazones Fresh Latin Cuisine Puerto Rican restaurant offers a chic, floral ambiance with a photo-ready decor that feels like a cozy cafe abroad. The atmosphere stays homey and chill, attracting those who appreciate unique, flavorful dishes and well-crafted drinks. - Address: 11111 S Harlem Ave, Worth, IL 60482, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/SazonesFreshLatinCuisine ### 21. Media Noche Cafe Cozy Cuban cafe with nostalgic decor featuring vintage photos and memories of Celia Cruz creates a warm, inviting atmosphere. Bright colors and live plants add to the unique, comfortable vibe. Puerto Rican music plays softly, enhancing the friendly, relaxed energy. - Address: 6836 Windsor Ave, Berwyn, IL 60402, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/MediaNocheCafe ### 22. Mariscos San Pedro Bright, seaside-style interior with thoughtful decor creates a sophisticated yet inviting atmosphere. Loud Mexican and Latin music fills the space, making conversation challenging amid the busy service environment. Tables often sit close to kitchen activity, adding to the lively, energetic vibe. - Address: 1225 W 18th St, Chicago, IL 60608, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/MariscosSanPedro ### 23. Euforia Café Cozy café with zodiac and astrology theme and beautiful decor creates a calm, genial atmosphere. Soft instrumental jazz and occasional DJ sets add to the relaxed vibe. Comfortable seating and dog-friendly policy make it suitable for casual meet-ups or remote work. - Address: 2202 Grand Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Euforia-Café ### 24. Dark Matter Coffee - Caravanserai Large coffee shop filled with local art and snake plants creates a chill, funky vibe. Spacious seating and bright light offer a relaxing atmosphere with views of neighborhood architecture. Menu includes homemade syrups, pastries, and unique items like empanadas and tamales. - Address: 2901 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60618, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Dark-Matter-Coffee---Caravanserai ### 25. Qué bolà! Cuban Cafe Cozy, colorful space filled with salsa music and Cuban murals creates a lively, authentic vibe. Small, spotless interior with vibrant decor transports diners to Havana. Music and atmosphere invite a spirited, immersive Cuban experience. - Address: 1940 E Touhy Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Qué-bolà!-Cuban-Cafe ### 26. Cocoa + Co. Coffee and Chocolate Cafe Small and elegant coffee shop with chocolate-themed decor and a welcoming, well-lit vibe. Walls display fun chocolate bars and snacks, creating a calming and clean atmosphere. Offers both indoor and outdoor seating with a neighborhood feel. - Address: 1651 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60614, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Cocoa-Co-Coffee-and-Chocolate-Cafe ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.